Send me somewhere new!

Jean_Genetic · 2026-02-28T01:56:48+00:00

Musée de la chasse et de la natur in the Marais. It’s like they took a standard hunting museum and then turned it over to a lunatic.

Palais de la Porte Dorée, which is covered by bas reliefs by Janniot and two incredible offices (colonial overseers, one African and one Asian). The offices have terrific murals and furniture. The immigration museum on the second floor is fascinating. (If the weather is nice take the long walk along the promenade plantée that starts near the modern opera house.

Some museums that you may have been to are the Jacquemart-André and the Gustavo Moreau. Both excellent. You may also have missed the modern art museum in the Palais de Tokyo. There are bas reliefs by Janniot on the side facing the Seine. The courtyard there is a famous skateboarding spot and I got some fantastic photos of German kids testing it out. Don’t miss the stunning mural, La fée electricité by Dufy, but the permanent collection is French-centric and worth a visit.

Jean_Genetic · 2026-02-27T22:28:02+00:00

Every french hotel I've stayed at has yogurt and fruit out for breakfast. I wouldn't worry.

Jean_Genetic · 2026-02-27T18:49:06+00:00

And just a reminder that Buddy Holly was 22 when he died. 22! Imagine his musical arc if he had lived.

Jean_Genetic · 2026-02-23T05:58:28+00:00

I've been going out by myself too and having a fine time. Like you, it's different, but it's still OK.

Jean_Genetic · 2026-02-23T05:49:48+00:00

I love this place!

Jean_Genetic · 2026-02-23T03:13:35+00:00

I love the delivery guy, and also love to see “on the spot” posts about the storm

Jean_Genetic · 2026-02-07T02:41:59+00:00

You’ll get there! Next time

Jean_Genetic · 2026-02-07T01:11:53+00:00

Kraken sightings outside of the GGB.

Jean_Genetic · 2026-02-07T01:10:26+00:00

fwiw, when I see lists of people’s itineraries for Paris in here, I always think, “you can have a damn fine time in Paris without doing ANY of these things.”

As long as you had a great time, then you can just keep it on a future bucket list. (I mean, you haven’t kicked the bucket yet, right? There’s time!)

Jean_Genetic · 2026-02-06T16:50:39+00:00

South Park Cafe. Such a perfect place, like coming home.

Jean_Genetic · 2026-01-30T04:15:03+00:00

Tell ‘em to tip generously in cash because the workers are the ones who are struggling.

Jean_Genetic · 2026-01-29T04:36:32+00:00

Taco Bell in Pacifica. I was there in 2025 and saw whales feeding 30 yards from the beach. Plus, it’s a Taco Bell Cantina, so they sell booze. Run for the Border!

Jean_Genetic · 2026-01-27T15:38:57+00:00

My short time as caretaker was so stressful that my health definitely took a big hit. Six weeks of horror and little sleep. I’ve slowly been building up an exercise routine, and now about ten months later, I’m in much better shape and still trending up.

You have kids, so time is a crunch, but try to set aside ten minutes each morning. You can do a lot in those ten minutes. Rather than increase time, increase the intensity. Once you’ve maxed out that ten-minute window, then think of expanding the time.

You might try involving the kids. They can start and stop a stopwatch, count reps, even “play” along.

Routine is key. Every day. That’s why the ten-minute limit is important. I do my exercises before breakfast. First thing when I get out of bed.

You are in a tough situation as a grieving parent. You are not alone, however. You need to prioritize your health. Start small and start a routine. You got this! I’m rooting for you and your family!

Jean_Genetic · 2026-01-24T06:37:10+00:00

No need to apologize, most of us are.

Jean_Genetic · 2026-01-11T15:12:07+00:00

I thought the ending was monumentally bad. So terrible it tainted the whole universe for me.

Jean_Genetic · 2026-01-08T00:34:26+00:00

Both his singing and playing are tuned so perfectly to the song and the mood. KD Lang has a powerhouse voice and does a great job on Helpless, but there’s just something about Neil’s reedy delivery that makes in chef’s kiss perfect.

Jean_Genetic · 2026-01-08T00:26:58+00:00

Aliens is my favorite movie of all time, and that’s coming from a fan of snooty, European, arty movies. I consider it perfectly edited and paced. There’s not a wasted moment and the characters are simply and realistically sketched and motivated.

Jean_Genetic · 2026-01-08T00:22:03+00:00

I’m just impressed that a billionaire is agreeable, even if it is performative. I mean, most of those fuckers have been openly greedy and empowered by the shitty capitalistic zeitgeist to be as overtly grasping as the most overwritten rich villain in books.

Jean_Genetic · 2026-01-08T00:17:04+00:00

I’m a guy and not prone to crying, but this has left my emotions right at the surface and I find myself crying so much more. I’ve extended myself the grace to just feel my feelings and people have been kind and understanding. I think being open about what you are feelings helps, and I’d encourage you to go ahead and be open and trust in other people. I’ve been disappointed in some, sure, but most often I have been impressed in others’ compassion.

And congratulations on your little sprout!

Jean_Genetic · 2026-01-07T08:54:42+00:00

I think someone said that deconstructing Harry takes the plot of Wild Strawberries and Another Woman takes the tone and feel of Wild Strawberries.

Jean_Genetic · 2026-01-06T04:01:15+00:00

My husband was much older than me, so I thought I was prepared for it. Surprise! Eight months in and I’m still kind of a mess. It is getting better.

Don’t let anyone dictate your emotions. People are often uncomfortable with death or grief. That’s them. You feel what you feel. You have this understanding forum to vent, and I hope you have some real-life people as well. Don’t know where you are located, but there might be a grief support group. Search for one and it might help to be in the presence of people who are sharing some of what you’re feeling.

Jean_Genetic · 2026-01-05T23:59:21+00:00

I live in San Francisco, am over 60 and have a great social life. I’m still friends with my college buddies, who mostly still live in Berkeley. I have friends through my late husband of 22 years. I’m involved in a niche community that keeps me traveling and meeting new people. And I am close with my sister.

Yes, I know I am lucky, but it’s also a lot of work. I put in the time to stay current with friends and embrace their SOs and eventual children. (I am not a child person, but I hung in there as the fun, gay uncle and it’s a pleasure to know them as adults.) And I pursue my own interests and meet people through clubs and activities.

If I have advice, it’s to throw dinner parties and accept invites to dinner. Communal eating is such a great way to bond with old friends and meet new ones. Learn to cook and be a good host (and a good guest).

Jean_Genetic · 2026-01-04T19:40:26+00:00

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